How much funding does Wilkes Education Foundation Scholarship provide?

Wilkes Education Foundation Scholarship provides Up to $30,000 total awarded annually in funding.

When is the deadline for Wilkes Education Foundation Scholarship?

The deadline is February 12, 2027.

Wilkes Education Foundation Scholarship

WILKES EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC

Foundation Annual Grants for K-12 Schools Grants for Education

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Funding Amount

Up to $30,000 total awarded annually

Deadline

February 12, 2027

310 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Wilkes Education Foundation Scholarship

Geographic Scope: Wilkes County, North Carolina

Eligible Schools: East Wilkes, North Wilkes, West Wilkes, Wilkes Central, and Wilkes Early College High School

Award Amount: Approximately $20,000-$30,000 awarded annually to multiple students

Selection Criteria:

Grade point average (GPA)

American College Testing (ACT) scores

Rank in class

Community involvement

Extracurricular activities

Any curriculum choice leading to a technical or professional career

Character

Demonstrated leadership ability through interview

Demonstrated communication skills (oral and written)

Financial need (considered when other criteria are equal)

Contact Information:
Wilkes Education Foundation
613 Cherry Street
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
Attn: WEF Scholarship Committee – Loretta Shumate

Organization Background: The Wilkes Education Foundation is a private, non-profit, IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt endowment corporation dedicated to promoting excellence in education in the Wilkes County Schools.

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Complete the Wilkes Education Foundation Application form
2. Attach required documents:
- Official and complete transcript
- Photograph
- ACT scores
- FAFSA information
- SAR (Student Aid Report)

3. Submit to:
Wilkes Education Foundation
613 Cherry Street
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
Attn: WEF Scholarship Committee – Loretta Shumate

4. Notification: Recipients will be notified by mail